1982 ZIL 4104 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1498 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 ZIL 4104 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | ZIL | Ford |
| Model | 4104 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7695 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 608 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.06:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 25 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3335 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5750 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 3505 mm |
